What to Wear to the Rugby: 6 Nations

Sitting in the open air to watch Six Nations rugby isn’t without its challenges.

Many of these challenges are predictable, such as where you’ll get wet if it rains, which seats are coldest, warmest, sunniest (we should be so lucky)…or that the ref will make a dodgy decision and that you’ll need to sell a kidney to afford to eat at the gourmet burger stand. However, as predictable as they are stadiums are still filled with fans complaining about the cold and the price of a pint. Nothing we can do about the pint – you could always abstain - but we can give you good advice on what to wear if you insist on sitting on a plastic fold down seat for 90 minutes in the heart of winter. Contrary to popular opinion the macho stuff happens on the pitch, there’s nothing heroic about sitting freezing in the stands; so here's our handy guide to 6 nations clothing.

The Basics

Hats

Do wear a hat. Something to keep you warm. Or dry. OK, so you may fear you’ll lose it in the pub after but that’s what your pocket’s for. Team hats = good. Clearly a Scotland hat is BEST. Do NOT wear a silly, great hat inside the stadium. It will simply annoy the people behind you. By all means, wear one before the match, but quite honestly…..novelty headgear, really? Shop hats.

Scarf and Gloves

Same advice for scarf as for hats. Team scarf = good. Otherwise something 100% wool in tartan (i.e. Scottish). Gloves good too. Shop Scarves and Gloves.

Base Layer

Opt for something layerable yet comfortable. You don't want to feel hemmed in for a 90 game or restricted from raising your arms in celebration. The Tweeddale Rugby Shirt by R.M Williams is a great option, apt for spectating and loose enough that you could wear and extra layer underneath.

Shirt

Team shirts are great (double base layer if you plan on wearing your jacket open). Otherwise a good, casual shirt does the job. Warm and looks good. Shop our shirts collection here.

Fleece/Jumper

A February 6 Nations match is definitely a job for the Schöffel fleece. Or a big woolly number with a high neck. Shop the Schoffel Berkeley Quarter Zip.

Jacket/Coat

Warm and casual with lots of pockets for those hats, scarves and gloves is the order of the day. Shop the Fjallraven Nuuk Lite Parka.

Feet

Your feet will be cold. Almost best to dress as you would for a day on the hill, i.e. boots and hiking socks. Shop Sealskinz Socks and Meindl Journey Pro GTX Shoes

What to wear to rugby match hospitality

So you've been invited along to enjoy some complimentary food, drink and good views - what should you wear? For rugby hospitality think smart-casual, it's not quite race day hospitality but it's smarter than an average day down the pub. Opt for a tweed jacket and chino's paired with a shirt and tie - a classic look that is sophisticated without being overdressed. Better yet, it's very post-match rugby attire so you will look the part. If a tweed jacket is too cumbersome - choose a light yet warm lambswool quarter zip with a shirt underneath. Tie your outfit together with a pair of leather chelsea boots which will add an extra layer of sophistication - making you at least look like you belong in hospitality - even if you don't know the offside rule.

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